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Simon Archer

Simon Archer

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    • Simon Archer
      Simon Archer replied to the thread Last session for a while.
      Whishing you all the best, Tom. At least you'll know what to expect this time around. Although, I'm not sure that's any help, as you...
    • Simon Archer
      Simon Archer replied to the thread Braid choice for hooklinks.
      I use 18lbs Supernatural, and get on with it alright. I also use Drennan Gravel braid, but find it a little think in comparison.
    • Simon Archer
      Simon Archer replied to the thread New reservoir ?.
      The electricity industry is looking at different ways to supply the extra demand. Local "smart" networks where those with home...
    • Simon Archer
      Simon Archer replied to the thread New reservoir ?.
      ......And hope it rains. It's time to think outside the box. Not just for water, but for all utilities and other essentials. We keep...
    • Simon Archer
      Simon Archer replied to the thread New reservoir ?.
      Surely a better option would be building de-salination plants rather than reservoirs.
    • Simon Archer
      Simon Archer replied to the thread How did everyone’s day one go ?.
      After a day on a building site removing a power line, and we're back there today, I retired to the shade of the house when I got home...
    • Simon Archer
      Simon Archer replied to the thread Alarmed!.
      I use ATT underlit alarms with snag ears but with the receiver turned off. The light coming on is enough to alert me of a take. If I...
    • Simon Archer
      Simon Archer replied to the thread Barbel spawning this morning .....
      It's time it was scrapped and let the clubs decide when we can fish. Seems to work on the big Carp waters. They just close when the...
    • Simon Archer
      Simon Archer replied to the thread Gardner landing net pole/folding pan net.
      I've got the net, Julian. The 26" version. I like it. I did look at the 30" but it was just too big for my needs. Nice and light and...
    • Simon Archer
      Simon Archer replied to the thread Where you going ??.
      There's been a post on the Scunthorpe Facebook page saying they may not open Ladypit up for the start of the season. Not enough water in...
    • Simon Archer
      Simon Archer posted the thread Where you going ?? in Barbel Talk.
      With the new season rapidly approaching, where are you going first trip ?? As I'm no longer a member of the BMAA, I'll have to venture...
    • Simon Archer
      Simon Archer replied to the thread Advice on what base liquid for a glug.
      50-50 Glycerine-water should work, Ray. My carp fishing mate uses that ratio to flavour his hookbaita. He also adds a colour as well...
    • Simon Archer
      Simon Archer reacted to Martin Osmond's post in the thread New trotting set up. with Like Like.
      So I've finally got my new rod and pin ready for the new season. Free spirit 15ft Hi S power float built by Mark Tunley and JW Young...
    • Simon Archer
      Simon Archer replied to the thread Large comfy chair.
      I can vouch for the Nash Indulgence high back, Andrew. It's a very nice chair to sit on, too nice sometimes, as I've nodded off in it a...
    • Simon Archer
      Simon Archer replied to the thread Wanted advice on River tripods and bite alarms with receiver.
      I'll buck the trend and say I tend to use a tripod most of the time. A Korum one. It's not perfect, but I find it easy to set up and...
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